Tendulkar Amazed by Kambli’s Condition at Event; Viral Handshake Video Sparks Buzz

Sachin Tendulkar and Vinod Kambli, two famous disciples of the late cricket coach Ramakant Achrekar, met yesterday, December 3, in Mumbai during the unveiling of their coach’s memorial on his birth anniversary. A handshake between Tendulkar and Kambli during the event has gone viral on social media.

Viral Video Sparks Concern for Kambli’s Health

In the video, Kambli appears visibly unwell, leaving many shocked. A comment on the video suggested that IPL should have existed during Kambli’s prime. The video shows Tendulkar approaching Kambli, and the two shaking hands.

Tendulkar Surprised by Kambli’s Condition

As Sachin Tendulkar stepped on stage, he seemed shocked to see Kambli’s frail condition. Tendulkar approached him and spoke briefly. When Sachin tried to return to his seat, Kambli did not let go of his hand. The video of the two Mumbai stars reuniting quickly went viral, but fans couldn’t help but wonder about Kambli’s health.

Fans Express Sadness Over Kambli’s State

One user commented on the video, “It’s heartbreaking to see a champion like this… Prithvi Shaw, take note.” Fans recalled Kambli and Tendulkar’s legendary 664-run partnership for their school, Shardashram Vidyamandir, in a Harris Shield match, where both scored unbeaten triple centuries. Ramakant Achrekar was their coach then, and he passed away in 2019.

Kambli’s Health Struggles

Vinod Kambli has been battling health issues for a long time. He has openly discussed dealing with heart problems and depression. He has been frequently hospitalized. In the early 2010s, after facing several health issues, his condition stabilized. In 2013, he suffered cardiac arrest while traveling from Chembur to Bandra and was rushed to Mumbai’s Lilavati Hospital. Earlier in 2012, he underwent angioplasty for two blocked arteries.

Previous Viral Video Raised Concerns

A few months ago, a purported video of Kambli struggling to walk surfaced on social media, worrying fans. However, Kambli later clarified that he was fine and in good health. Now, the latest video with Sachin has further intensified fans’ concerns.

Kambli’s Cricket Career Highlights

Despite a promising start, Kambli played only 17 Test matches and 104 ODIs. His Test career includes two double centuries and a total of 1,084 runs in the red-ball format. In ODIs, he scored 2,477 runs, including two centuries.